Opium Preparation (Oral Route)

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Opium Preparation (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

Canadian Brand Names

  • Pantopon

Description

Opium preparations are used along with other measures to treat severe diarrhea. These medicines belong to the group of medicines called narcotics. If too much of a narcotic is taken, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects when you stop taking the medicine.

Opium preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Liquid
  • Tincture
Before Using

DR602131

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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